Singhal Surname
“From Singhala (Sri Lanka), or lion-like”
Vaishya surnamesSanskrit/Place name origin · Hindi
History & Significance
A Vaishya surname from the Agarwal community. The name may derive from ancient trade connections with Singhala (Sri Lanka) or from the Sanskrit 'Simha' meaning lion. The Singhal community is well established in trade and business across North India.
What is the Gotra for Singhal?
Singhal families belong to many Gotras: it is passed down the paternal line, not fixed by the surname. These 7 Gotras are the ones most often recorded among Singhal families:
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Find Singhal Gotra →Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- From Singhala (Sri Lanka), or lion-like
- Origin
- Sanskrit/Place name
- Language
- Hindi
- Category
- Vaishya
Regional Distribution
The Singhal surname is predominantly found in: